SDG 6 – CLEAN WATER AND SANITATION

Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all

SDG 6 Indicator

6.2.1 6.3.1 6.3.2 6.3.3 6.3.5 6.4.2 6.5.1 6.5.3 6.5.4 6.5.5 6.5.6 6.5.7

6.3 – Wastewater Treatment

6.3.3 – Free Drinking Water Provided

Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) is deeply committed to ensuring that clean and safe drinking water is accessible to all members of its community, including students, staff and visitors. As part of its initiatives to meet SDG 6, which emphasizes the provision of affordable, equitable and sustainable water and sanitation, UKM has installed water purifiers across the entire campus.

The Chart Shows the Number of Water Filter Machine Rentals from 2018 to 2024

UKM is dedicated to fostering a healthy and sustainable campus environment by providing free drinking water to all students, staff and visitors. The university has strategically installed water purifiers and drinking water fountains throughout student residential colleges and administrative buildings, ensuring convenient access to clean and safe hydration at all times. This initiative not only promotes the well-being of the campus community but also encourages responsible water consumption and reduces reliance on single-use plastic bottles. By prioritizing access to potable water, UKM reinforces its commitment to health, sustainability and environmental stewardship, creating a supportive atmosphere for academic and personal growth as shown in the figure below.

Institute of Climate Change (IPI)
This image shows a Coway water dispenser and a kettle in the Faculty of Information Science & Technology (FTSM) at UKM. The setup offers convenient access to hot and cold water, with nearby storage, creating a practical and functional space for staff and students.
Water dispensers at Residential College
Faculty of Engineering and Built and Environment (FKAB)
This image shows a Coway water dispenser placed within the Faculty of Social Sciences & Humanities. The dispenser provides access to hot and cold water, serving the needs of staff and students. Its placement near a textured wall and signage suggests it is located in a common area, making it easily accessible for hydration and daily use within the faculty.
Water dispensers at Tun Hussein Onn Residential College

In summary, UKM is dedicated to ensuring free, clean and safe drinking water access for all students, staff, and visitors across its campus. In alignment with SDG 6 for affordable, equitable, and sustainable water and sanitation, UKM has strategically installed water purifiers and drinking fountains in high-traffic areas, including student residential colleges, faculty buildings, and administrative facilities. These installations foster a sustainable and health-conscious campus environment, encouraging the use of refillable bottles to reduce reliance on single-use plastics.

This initiative reinforces UKM’s commitment to the well-being and sustainability of its community, making hydration easily accessible and promoting responsible water consumption. By prioritizing free potable water access, UKM upholds its commitment to health, environmental stewardship and the creation of a supportive, sustainable campus atmosphere that nurtures academic and personal growth.